AI in judicial systems: promises and pitfalls – Report of the Special Rapporteur on Independence of Judges and Lawyers, Margaret Satterthwaite

In her latest report, Special Rapporteur Margaret Satterthwaite warns against the uncritical use of artificial intelligence in judicial systems, urging careful evaluation of its risks and benefits. She emphasizes that access to a human judge and lawyer is essential to safeguard judicial independence. The report also calls for transparency, digital training for judges, and judicial oversight of any technological innovation.